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Petrick Idea Center

Groundbreaking Ceremony Planned for The Petrick Idea Center

March 18, 2025 | By Julia Perez

On April 15, Illinois Wesleyan University will break ground on the much-anticipated Petrick Idea Center, a space designed to foster collaboration and creativity across disciplines.

David Petrick

David Petrick '67 to be Honored Posthumously as Entrepreneur of the Year

March 18, 2025 | By Julia Perez

David C. Petrick '67, a lifelong entrepreneur and ardent supporter of Illinois Wesleyan University, will be honored posthumously as the 2025 IWU Alumni Entrepreneur of the Year.

IWU students pose with ICPA award

Argus Earns General Excellence, Individual Awards from Illinois College Press Association

March 12, 2025 | By Julia Perez

Illinois Wesleyan University’s student newspaper, The Argus, was awarded first place in general excellence for print editions at schools under 3,000 in enrollment, along with 10 individual awards for Titan staff during the annual Illinois College...

Peyton Carlock

Carlock '26, Navarro '26 Receive Beckman Scholarships to Complete Biology Research

March 6, 2025 | By Jeffery Woodard ’28

A pair of Illinois Wesleyan University students, Peyton Carlock '26 and Jessica Navarro '26, have been selected to receive scholarships to complete long-term research through the Beckman Scholars Program.

Matt Wells, Ben Killey

A Passion for Piano Unites Wells '27, Killey '99 During Concerto-Aria Performance

March 3, 2025 | By Julia Perez

When Benjamin Killey '99 learned that Matt Wells '27 had been selected to perform a piano solo at Illinois Wesleyan’s annual Henry Charles Memorial Concerto-Aria event, he booked a plane ticket. “That sort of performance needs to be seen,”...

IWU students visiting art institute of Chicago

February Campus Catch-Up

February 28, 2025 | By Julia Perez

Although it’s the shortest month of the year, the Illinois Wesleyan community managed to pack many experiences into the month of February. Check out a few of the monthly highlights below.

iwu physics students tour facilities at Fermilab in Batavia

Female Students Highlight Representation in Physics at Fermilab Conference

February 24, 2025 | By Jeffery Woodard ’28

In what physics faculty are labeling a rare case, nine female physics students from Illinois Wesleyan University attended a conference last month at Fermilab in Batavia, a national laboratory specializing in high-energy particle physics.

two students pose in hansen student center at the 2024 Unity Gala at Illinois Wesleyan University

Upcoming Unity Gala Provides Opportunity for Joy, Community

February 19, 2025 | By Jeffery Woodard ’28

The seventh annual Unity Gala will serve as a place for joy and connection for all Illinois Wesleyan University students, faculty, and staff from 7-11:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 1, at Hansen Student Center.

IWU student plays jazz at piano in Presser Hall

Jazz Festival to Celebrate 50 Years of Music History, Performance

February 17, 2025 | By Jeffery Woodard ’28

For 50 years, the Illinois Wesleyan Jazz Festival has fostered music education for the local community. Hosted by the IWU School of Music, this year’s milestone event will take place from Feb. 21-22 in Presser Hall.

Alexis Aranda Hernandez

Research by Aranda-Hernandez '25 Champions Community Gardens for Better Health

February 10, 2025 | By Julia Perez

Alexis Aranda-Hernandez '25 is combining his passion for public health and community gardens to sow wellness in underserved communities.